it is my first time that i see such brilliant piece of speculative biology here at itch.io, and i'm absolutely loving it! Although i can't financially support this amazing project at this time, i just wanted to write some words of support since i've discovered it, and i hope more people interested in this kind of stuff see this visual novel, it is so interesting, and i will definitely stay to see more chapters!
and i definitely want to see a continuation of our calf's story, considering that the end of the first chapter definitely laid some interesting grounds
An absolutely fantastic production, which I found thanks to Curious Archive's coverage of it. I wasn't sure what I was expecting when I heard 'VN stylized as a nature documentary about an alien whale' but that description piqued my curiosity and the VN absolutely delivered more than I could have possibly hoped.
Just played this and I am BLOWN AWAY by the storytelling and worldbuilding in this spaceworld. My investment into our whale's life has got me waiting at the edge of my seat for the next installment. Gonna show this to all my friends so I can share my theories about space DNA...
Thank you! Really glad you enjoyed it! Also there's nothing more valuable to me right now than word of mouth recommendations so thank you for that as well 😄
I just watched a video of this (by Curious Archive), and I have got to say, WOW! THIS IS INCREDIBLE. I love the amount of detail that you have put into everything! The flora and fauna is so unique, and even things outside of the water are thought of. I am about to start playing the game, and I just cannot contain my excitement. Do you have a discord server or something, because I would love to join in and learn from all of this!
This is such a gorgeous, emotive & lyrical artefact. I love the intersections of art, science & sci-fi and to see them wrapped up this beautifully was amazing.
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Reading your dev-log, I am so happy I stumbled upon this and just wanted to say that 4 chapters in 4 years is not a failure, things take as long as they take to incubate and we are all working under a system which makes it difficult to take creative risks and do things that maybe not everyone will love/like. <3
Came from a YouTube video and wanted to say what a gorgeous story and world it had me captivated for the entire thing thank you for this <3 I'm so excited for the next chapter to see what has become of our whale
I just watched manlybadasshero's video on this and I can't express just how amazingly interesting this is. Great work and good luck on future developments !
Hey there, this is really great work. Do you have an email or some other contact where I can message you? I tried Twitter but it's giving me an error. Cheers.
A fascinating use of the VN format that really emulates the feeling of nature documentaries. Thoroughly enjoyed the latest chapter and experiencing the previous chapters with the new voice text, which only made the docu-feeling stronger. (The voices with the helicopter/base communication really sounded legit). Cheering for the little whale. Thank you for this experience!
This is a very beautiful novel that pleases the eyes. I'm happy to see science-inspired art. That's what I want to do with Video Games... create something so beautiful and enjoyable that you don't realize you learned science from it.
Thank you! Life science has always been a well of inspiration for my work too. I really enjoyed the experiments you have going on your page.
It’s one of the ideals of sci-fi to spark imagination or thought about the real thing. I make up a lot of silly stuff for Scrimshaw but it’d be flattering if readers take that away from it.
My 8 years old daughter also enjoyed your novel. She draws the art and do the voice-acting for my ecology-inspired video-games. We'll be looking forward to see more of your creations :)
This is incredible. I've been searching for genuinely original uses of the VN format and this delivered above and beyond. TBH if you would be interested in working/collaborating with a sound designer at all, I'd love to help out.
Hey thanks man! Scrimshaw has been a labor of love for a long time now so it really means a lot that there are readers it resonates with.
I’ll definitely keep your offer in mind regarding sound. It may be a few more updates before I know what help I need on that front. I need to be a little less overloaded with other things first. But if you have a reel or something email it my way.
Thanks! Glad you liked it, appreciate the support. I have enough free time right now to really grind out some work so next chapter should be up early September.
So happy to be once again visiting your fantastic zoological worlds. The way you tread the line between imagination and realism is delightful. Looking forward to Chapter 2!
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its a beautiful history, with great drawings, a wonderfull and realistic world, i loved it, but i would love a mobile version if it is posible
Thank you, I really appreciate it!
I'd love to make a mobile version too but that's a little beyond what I'm capable of right now. Sometime in the future, hopefully.
it is my first time that i see such brilliant piece of speculative biology here at itch.io, and i'm absolutely loving it! Although i can't financially support this amazing project at this time, i just wanted to write some words of support since i've discovered it, and i hope more people interested in this kind of stuff see this visual novel, it is so interesting, and i will definitely stay to see more chapters!
and i definitely want to see a continuation of our calf's story, considering that the end of the first chapter definitely laid some interesting grounds
Thank you! Hah no worries, I made it free for a reason 😄 Hope you like the next chapters as much!
An absolutely fantastic production, which I found thanks to Curious Archive's coverage of it. I wasn't sure what I was expecting when I heard 'VN stylized as a nature documentary about an alien whale' but that description piqued my curiosity and the VN absolutely delivered more than I could have possibly hoped.
Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed it.
Just played this and I am BLOWN AWAY by the storytelling and worldbuilding in this spaceworld. My investment into our whale's life has got me waiting at the edge of my seat for the next installment. Gonna show this to all my friends so I can share my theories about space DNA...
Thank you! Really glad you enjoyed it! Also there's nothing more valuable to me right now than word of mouth recommendations so thank you for that as well 😄
I just watched a video of this (by Curious Archive), and I have got to say, WOW! THIS IS INCREDIBLE. I love the amount of detail that you have put into everything! The flora and fauna is so unique, and even things outside of the water are thought of. I am about to start playing the game, and I just cannot contain my excitement. Do you have a discord server or something, because I would love to join in and learn from all of this!
Thank you! No discord or anything like that yet. I may start one after I start a Patreon since people have been asking for one.
Is there any way we could buy physical copies of promo art or art from the art book just released? I would love a poster or two from them.
Not at the moment. I'd love to do something like that in the future though.
That sounds great! I'd messaged your Instagram and asked there too just in case.
Thanks for making this! This is the best visual novel I played this year and my favorite part was the seabun! I made a video in case anyone is curious
Hey thanks! I really appreciate you covering it!
This is such a gorgeous, emotive & lyrical artefact. I love the intersections of art, science & sci-fi and to see them wrapped up this beautifully was amazing.
EDIT:
Reading your dev-log, I am so happy I stumbled upon this and just wanted to say that 4 chapters in 4 years is not a failure, things take as long as they take to incubate and we are all working under a system which makes it difficult to take creative risks and do things that maybe not everyone will love/like. <3
Thanks so much, I really appreciate it. Glad you found it.
Yeah it has been a long haul. But now that I can see some light at the end of the tunnel I don't think I would have wanted it any other way.
this made me cry
I'm glad you found it moving!
Came from a YouTube video and wanted to say what a gorgeous story and world it had me captivated for the entire thing thank you for this <3 I'm so excited for the next chapter to see what has become of our whale
Thank you so much!
I just watched manlybadasshero's video on this and I can't express just how amazingly interesting this is. Great work and good luck on future developments !
Hey thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!
Hey there, this is really great work. Do you have an email or some other contact where I can message you? I tried Twitter but it's giving me an error. Cheers.
Sure, my work email is nomarsh.art at gmail.com.
Thank you
EDIT: Sent you an email : )
A fascinating use of the VN format that really emulates the feeling of nature documentaries. Thoroughly enjoyed the latest chapter and experiencing the previous chapters with the new voice text, which only made the docu-feeling stronger. (The voices with the helicopter/base communication really sounded legit). Cheering for the little whale. Thank you for this experience!
Hey thank you! Glad you enjoyed the update. The little whale should be growing into a medium size whale soon, when I get more time to work on this 😄
Woop. Chapter 4 is here. Never cheered on a whale before. Love the story. Roll on Feb. :)
Hey thanks again man! Much appreciated as always.
Wow. How cool is this. Lovely sound and artwork. Tells a real story that gets you invested.
Hey thanks for checking it out! 😄 Kind of exciting to have someone share my work on youtube haha.
At least another 30+ people got to see what you put the time and effort into. Not much but helps a little. :)
this was such an incredible experience - a really impressive use of the visual novel format. i can't wait to see more, i love my little brillo friend!
Glad you enjoyed it! I am still at work on the next update, life has just been conspiring to delay everything. It might be done in a few months.
This is a very beautiful novel that pleases the eyes. I'm happy to see science-inspired art. That's what I want to do with Video Games... create something so beautiful and enjoyable that you don't realize you learned science from it.
Thank you! Life science has always been a well of inspiration for my work too. I really enjoyed the experiments you have going on your page.
It’s one of the ideals of sci-fi to spark imagination or thought about the real thing. I make up a lot of silly stuff for Scrimshaw but it’d be flattering if readers take that away from it.
My 8 years old daughter also enjoyed your novel. She draws the art and do the voice-acting for my ecology-inspired video-games. We'll be looking forward to see more of your creations :)
This is incredible. I've been searching for genuinely original uses of the VN format and this delivered above and beyond. TBH if you would be interested in working/collaborating with a sound designer at all, I'd love to help out.
Hey thanks man! Scrimshaw has been a labor of love for a long time now so it really means a lot that there are readers it resonates with.
I’ll definitely keep your offer in mind regarding sound. It may be a few more updates before I know what help I need on that front. I need to be a little less overloaded with other things first. But if you have a reel or something email it my way.
This is frankly stunning. You have genuine talent and I hope to see more!
Thanks! Glad you liked it, appreciate the support. I have enough free time right now to really grind out some work so next chapter should be up early September.
So happy to be once again visiting your fantastic zoological worlds. The way you tread the line between imagination and realism is delightful. Looking forward to Chapter 2!
Thanks man! Yeah it's a more elaborate production than my books used to be but similar idea.